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by Hinckley Jim (Author), Kerrick James (Photographer)
Key Phrases: Arizona Highway, Colorado River, Grand Canyon (more...)
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Phoenix Magazine, January 2007

“Backroads is chock-full of vivid images by Kerrick James … James’ artwork almost makes Backroads a better picture book than travel guide. Almost. With plenty of maps, directions and little-known facts about each region, Hinckley proves himself to be an excellent travel guide.  In addition, the drives are designed for all types of sightseer – from leisurely tourist to the adventuresome off-roader.”

 

Arizona Republic, Dec. 1, 2006

“An unqualified joy, whether you intend to use it for practical route planning or simply for armchair exploration.”


Phoenix, January 2007

“From budding poppy fields in Bisbee to salmon-colored sunsets in Sedona and historic buildings across the state, James’ artwork almost makes Backroads a better picture book than travel guide. Almost. With plenty of maps, directions and little-known facts about each region, Hinckley proves himself to be an excellent travel guide.”

 

Kingman Daily Minor, Feb. 18, 2007

“The book is broken into regions with easy-to-follow directions accompanying fascinating stories on what to look for as you cruise across God’s country. Add in the vivid photography of Arizona’s natural and man-made treasures, and you’ve got a wonderful treat to thumb through on a Sunday afternoon, then to use as a guide as you enjoy the state’s many backroads.”


Tucson Lifestyle, February 2007

“Hinckley, an auto enthusiast, knows the pleasures of the open road and proves that he’s an excellent source of info on everything from the topography to the history to the attractions of the state, giving a strong overview of the character of each region.”
                                                                                                                                                               

Valley Guide Magazine, Spring 2007

“Perfect for the casual traveler and the experienced adventurer alike.”

 



Product Description
The face of Arizona has changed dramatically over the centuries-but for those who know where to look, the coyote still howls, waterfalls still tumble into deep red rock canyons, and some of nature's finest handiwork is still to be seen along the backroads and byways of the state. For the open-road adventurer or the armchair tourist, Backroads of Arizona is the ideal guide to the state where antelope still roam, cowboys still ride the range, and mail is still delivered by mule train. Jim Hinckley's informative text and Kerrick James' brilliant color photography reveal the Grand Canyon State as more than just desert and towering saguaros: It is a powerful land of compelling variety where a mere sixty-mile drive can transport you from scorching sands to dense evergreen stands where deer and elk roam. Continuing on Voyageur Press’ successful travel series, Backroads of Arizona takes you on more than twenty trips to the state’s most notable and underappreciated sites. The book covers Arizona’s plethora of awe-inspiring natural areas and national parks as well as its many historic sites, including Native American Pueblos and ancient ruins, ghost towns and vestiges of the Old West, and more. It is a fitting celebration of one of the most scenic states in the country.


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  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Voyageur Press; 1st edition (November 15, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0760326894
  • ISBN-13: 978-0760326893
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #56,656 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Arizona has breathtaking scenery, January 2, 2008
This book does a very good job of showing you Arizona from one end of the state to the other. It is nicely divided into sections of the state to help you find many good sites in each section of the state you may be traveling in. It has some of the most amazing color pictures in it. It also has some pretty good descriptions of these places too. The maps in the book are a little crude, but not that important anyway. You can find about all of these places on a highway map. I noticed a few places in this book that you have a hard time finding much information on from other sources. Like the most remote village in the lower 48, Supai (& Havasupai Falls) and many old and off the beaten path little towns with lots of history still standing (i.e. Cochise). The book also does a good job of showing you picture and giving you stories from the past. I would highly recommend this book for anyone traveling to Arizona, or even for those who want a nice coffee table book due to the wonderful pictures.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars great resource book, April 11, 2009
Good book with great pictures, only downfall is that it doesn't cover much about Southeastern Arizona.....mainly western and northern.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Gift, January 10, 2008
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My sister and partner just purchased a Jeep and were thrilled to receive this book for Christmas. She says it is a fun guide and they will use it every week-end possible.
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